How to find out the password from Wi-Fi on your Xiaomi phone: all working methods

Forgot your home Wi-Fi password, and the router is in an awkward place to turn it over and read the sticker? Or you need to plug in a new gadget, but there is no computer or laptop at hand? On Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi and POCO) there are several ways to extract the saved password from the network — both standard MIUI tools and using third-party tools. The main thing is to know where to look and what nuances to consider.

In this article, we will discuss 5 current methods for different versions of firmware (from MIUI 12 to MIUI 14), including root-free and with them. You will also learn why some methods may not work on new models (for example, Xiaomi 13/14 or Redmi Note 12), and how to circumvent the system limitations.

1. Standard method via MIUI settings (no root)

The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI tools. It works on most devices up to and including MIUI 13, but on newer versions (such as MIUI 14 on the Xiaomi 13 Pro) can be disabled due to tightening security policies.

1. Open the Settings. → Wi-Fi.
2. Find your network in the list and tap it by its name.
3. In the window that opens, select Share your password (or Share in English firmware).
4. Confirm the action with a fingerprint, PIN-code-key.

If the option to share a password is missing or inactive, then your version is MIUI It doesn't support it. In this case, move on to the following methods, POCO F5) It can be displayed instead of a password QR-code – it can be scanned by another phone to connect without entering characters.

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If you have a dual-band router (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz, try connecting to the network with another suffix (e.g, MyWiFi_5G Sometimes the password is only displayed for one of the bands.

2. Use of a file manager (root required)

If your Xiaomi has root rights, you can extract the password directly from the system files. MIUI, But you need to be careful, because you can disrupt the system, and you'll need any root conductor (e.g., Solid Explorer or Solid Explorer). FX File Explorer).

Instructions:

1. Open the root explorer and follow the path: /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml
2. Find the line in the file with the name of your network (<string name="SSID">Name NETWORK</string>).
3. Below is a line with a password in encrypted form: <string name="PreSharedKey">&#x31;&#x32;&#x33;&#x34;&#x35;&#x36;&#x37;&#x38;</string> It's HEX-character encoding, &#x31; numerical 1.
4. Decrypt your password using an online converter (such as this one).

⚠️ Note: Editing system files without backup can result in data loss or a cyclical device reboot. TWRP through Mi PC Suite.

3. Apps for viewing Wi-Fi passwords

If you don't have root permissions, but your phone is unlocked to install APK, you can use third-party utilities that don't guarantee 100% results (especially on newer versions of MIUI), but they often help.

• 🔓 WiFi Password Viewer – shows saved networks, but requires Android 10 or lower MIUI 12+ may not work).
• 📱 WiFi Key Recovery – suitable for root or custom firmware devices.
• 🔍 WiFi Password Show – works on some Redmi models without root, but requests access to Android Accessibility Suite.

How to use:

1. Download APK from a trusted source (e.g. APKCombo).
2. Install the file by allowing installation from unknown sources (Settings → Applications → Special Access → Install Unknown Applications).
3. Start the program and provide the requested permissions.
4. In the list of networks, find the desired one and copy the password.

⚠️ Note: apps without root often exploit Android vulnerabilities that Xiaomi has patched in new updates. If the utility doesn't show passwords, update it or try another method.

4. Reset router and reconnect

If none of these things worked, and you have physical access to the router, you can reset the router and reset it, and it's a radical method, but it's guaranteed to solve the problem.

• 🔄 All connected devices will be disabled.
• ⚙️ Settings IPTV, Port forwarding and guest network reset.
• 📡 You may need to re-enter the data from the provider (logins/passwords for PPPoE or VPN).

How to reset your router:

1. Find the Reset button on the back of the router (usually recessed in the case).
2. Press it with a pin or paperclip and hold it for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing.
3. Connect to the router network by default (the name is usually indicated on the sticker, for example, TP-Link_1234).
4. Open the address 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1 in your browser and perform the initial setup.

On Xiaomi routers (Mi Wi-Fi Router), the reset is performed through the Mi WiFi mobile application. To do this, go to the router settings → Additional → Reset settings.

5. Alternative methods (if nothing has worked)

If the standard methods didn’t work, try these options:

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC|Enable debugging on USB developer-setting|Download ADB Tools (e.g. Platform Tools)|Connect the phone in file transfer mode (MTP)-->

How to Protect Your Wi-Fi After Recovering Your Password

Once you have regained access to the network, it is recommended to take measures to protect against repeated password loss:

• 🔐 Change your password to a more secure one (use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols).
• 📝 Save your password in your password manager (e.g. Google Password Manager or Keepass).
• 📱 Take a photo of the sticker on the router and save the photo to the cloud (Google Photo or Mi Cloud).
• 🌐 Set up a guest network for temporary devices so you don’t divulge your primary password.

Also check if you have any other devices connected to your network.

1. Go to the router's web interface (192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1).
2. Go to DHCP or Connected Devices.
3. Check the list. MAC-Unknown devices can be blocked.

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If you often forget passwords, use the Wi-Fi Direct feature on Xiaomi – it allows you to connect other devices without entering characters, through the Internet. QR-code.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Wi-Fi passwords on Xiaomi